Fishman V-200 Classic Series Professional Violin Pickup

This is exactly what I'm looking for. I use it without a preamp on an old German fiddle, and it sounds great through the three different sound systems I've hooked it up to so far. It gives the instrument some weight and dampens the sound a little, but that's not a big deal because the sound will be amplified in the end. To allow the pickup to slide into place, I had to sand down my bridge a bit. Aside from that, it was a breeze to install. Putting it on when I need it and taking it off when I don't isn't a big deal. The chinrest screwdriver that comes with the package is extremely small, so I've been using a medium-sized bent paperclip that I keep in my violin case instead. There are no fiddly parts to break off, and the construction is of high quality. It's great that I purchased it! br>br>Edited on March 21, 2018: I recently bought a Behringer V-Series amplifier. To improve the sound, use a Tone Acoustic Driver DI. Although this pickup can be used without a preamp, I strongly advise purchasing one to improve the sound quality.

Charlie Rangel

| Oct 25, 2021

To accommodate a variety of performance options (orchestra, coffeehouse, ensemble, outdoor), a pickup that was easy to put on and take off without causing damage was required. This device has performed admirably in this situation. It did require a minor sanding of the win to make it fit, but that was done quickly and safely with an emery board (gasp). The sound quality is excellent when listened to through a sound system. To the ear of the player, it produces a slightly different sound, but this isn't a problem in any way. After seeing the pickup in action, several of my musician friends have purchased it or are considering it.

Wrenley Valenzuela

| Jun 29, 2021

Excellent craftsmanship. I use this to play on the worship team at church a couple of times a month. It produces sound that is superior to that of a microphone. It's simple to put on and take off this hat. Because the chin and shoulder rests create a bit of an obstacle, it took some trial and error to find the right spot where my bow wouldn't hit the cable when playing lower notes. Overall, this is a small, easy-to-use device. Good product to use!.

Evelyn Harding

| Oct 27, 2021

A minor adjustment to the bridge may be necessary. This pickup, when combined with the L, allows my band to be heard. It's a Baggs Acoustic DI, and it's fantastic. The only drawback is that I had to take it to a luthier to get it set up because the bridge slot needed to be slightly widened to accommodate the transducer. It wasn't, however, a problem. He did a fantastic job installing it. The fiddle is beautiful, and the sound is fantastic. Some people complain that it lacks the "acoustic" quality that they are used to. That's a tough one. All acoustic sound is lost as soon as you add a pickup. br>br>I was debating whether or not to take this instead of the L. Baggs violin pickup, but a pro at the music store where I work explained that the Baggs has the pickup soldered to a separate bridge that you must use and that you must solder the other end yourself. And the problem is that because the bridge is so permanently attached, if you mess it up, you're usually out of luck. Furthermore, depending on how low you like the bridge that comes with the Baggs, it may need to be shaved down, which must be done carefully or you'll be out of luck once more. Too tense. br>br> I'd rather play Fishman because it's simpler. It fulfills all of my requirements at a reasonable cost and with minimal effort. It sounds fantastic when paired with a DI box.

Rayne Lancaster

| Jun 19, 2021

Last year, we purchased our first Fishman pick up mic for our teen grandson's violin, which he intends to use in a band. It was an excellent solution. This year, he had to have a pickup installed on his second violin so that he could cross tune it for a music set in his band without having to stop and retune. We purchased a second Fishman pickup and installed it ourselves with little difficulty. This is a great product for transitioning a non-techie to a techie. Both the electric violin and the purchase are excellent.

Emely Shah

| Sep 09, 2021

Only one of the bridge slots on my violin is big enough for this pickup, but it's the one on the G string. I was hoping to put it on the string side of the instrument for a fuller tone. It's simple to put on and take off, and it won't scratch your violin (you might want to put a thin moleskin on part of the pickup to prevent it from scratching the violin if it slips while putting it on or taking it off). br>br>According to the literature, it can be used with or without a pre-treatment. amp. I'm connecting it to a Roland BA300 PA amp directly, and I've discovered that I don't need the preamp. For a rich signal, use an amp boost. What an antecedent! If you buy the right amp, you'll be able to control your tone better. br>br>However, this pickup does an excellent job of reproducing the sounds of the violin, so if that's all you want to do, you won't need a pre-amp. amp.

Novah Bryant

| Dec 19, 2021

This pick-up has been flawless for us. In the months since we bought it, it hasn't gone up in any way. It performs admirably, is simple to operate, and does not obstruct the player's performance. Spending less on models that will need to be replaced is a waste of money.

Madilynn Rocha

| Aug 22, 2021

Pockups are extremely durable and can be repaired; one of mine has lasted several years; however, they are extremely expensive and unnecessary for what they are.

Andy Gonzales

| Dec 19, 2021